Yvonne’s Blog
I will be teaching a workshop on How To Find Meaningful Volunteer Work next Thursday, Feb. 27 from 7-9:30pm at University Village in Albany.
Volunteering is a great way to get American work experience, meet other people, use your current skills or learn new ones, and increase your happiness! It can even lead to a job offer. This workshop will give you all the information you need to clarify the type of volunteer work you want and teach you how to search for opportunities!
This workshop is open to spouses and partners at UC Berkeley and any residents of University Village. Advance registration is required. Sign up early! ... See MoreSee Less
5 days ago ·
My workshop at UC Berkeley on “Clarifying Your Skills” was enjoyed by several international spouses last week! ... See MoreSee Less
4 weeks ago ·
Volunteering, whether in the US or in other parts of the world, is a wonderful way to contribute our skills and make a difference in the lives of others. Here's a story I wrote about my volunteering in Cambodia. ... See MoreSee Less
Volunteering in Siem Reap, Cambodia | Traveling with Mike and Yvonne
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Twelve well-behaved children sat politely on the floor, their beautiful, smiling faces looking up at Mike and me as we stood in front of the small classroom. It was about 7:00pm on a Thursday evening,...1 month ago ·
I will be offering a workshop on "Clarifying Your Skills" next Wednesday, January 22, from 7-9pm at University Village. If you're looking for a job or volunteer work, this workshop will help you identify, prioritize and talk about your skills and accomplishments. It is open to spouses and partners at UC Berkeley and any residents of University Village. Advanced registration is required. Space is limited! ... See MoreSee Less
1 month ago ·
Wishing you a Happy New Year! May many of your dreams come true in 2020! ... See MoreSee Less
2 months ago ·
Thanks to INSPIRE and UC Berkeley’s University Village for hosting my workshop last Thursday on “Networking the American Way.” With 14 participants, people had a lot of opportunities to practice their Elevator Pitch and network with each other. ... See MoreSee Less
3 months ago ·
If you are an international spouse or partner at UC Berkeley who is looking for a job (paid or volunteer), sign up for my upcoming workshop on “Networking the American Way,” Thursday, November 7, 7:00-9:30pm at University Village in Albany. Registration is required!
In the United States, roughly 80% of all jobs are found through networking, yet most people do not know how to network effectively. In this 2.5-hour workshop, you will learn the skills to network yourself into your next volunteer or paid job. ... See MoreSee Less
4 months ago ·
I had a great time teaching this group of international professionals at UC Berkeley's University Village how to Interview for a Job the American Way! They practiced talking about their skills and experience, and showing what benefit they could be to an employer.
If you or your organization is interested in having me teach this workshop, please contact me. I am also available for individual career coaching and mock interview practice ... See MoreSee Less
4 months ago ·
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